Labrador Retriever vs Pembroke Welsh Corgi
Breed Compatibility
80% Compatible
Energy Level
Labrador Retriever: Needs Lots of Activity1.0
Pembroke Welsh Corgi: Energetic0.8
Very Compatible
Trainability
Labrador Retriever: Eager to Please1.0
Pembroke Welsh Corgi: Agreeable0.6
Moderately Compatible
Grooming Needs
Labrador Retriever: Weekly Brushing0.4
Pembroke Welsh Corgi: Weekly Brushing0.4
Very Compatible
Cost Category
Premium
Premium
Very Compatible
Compatibility with Others
Good with Children
Labrador Retriever5/5
Pembroke Welsh Corgi3/5
Good with Other Dogs
Labrador Retriever5/5
Pembroke Welsh Corgi4/5
Good with Strangers
Labrador Retriever5/5
Pembroke Welsh Corgi4/5
Living Requirements
Suitable Environments
Climate Suitability
Health & Care Comparison
Labrador Retriever
Hip Dysplasia: Joint malformation risk
Elbow Dysplasia: Joint development issue
PRA: Progressive eye deterioration
Exercise-Induced Collapse: Activity limit
Bloat: Digestive emergency risk
Heart Issues: Cardiac health concerns
Pembroke Welsh Corgi
Hip Dysplasia: Joint malformation
Von Willebrand's: Blood clotting disorder
Eye Problems: Progressive retinal atrophy
DM: Degenerative myelopathy risk
Intervertebral Disk Disease: Spine issues
Epilepsy: Neurological condition
Pros & Cons Comparison
Labrador Retriever
Pros
Excellent family dog
Highly trainable
Great with children
Versatile working ability
Cons
Heavy shedding
High exercise needs
Prone to weight gain
Chewing tendency in puppyhood
Pembroke Welsh Corgi
Pros
Intelligent and trainable
Affectionate with family
Good watchdog
Compact size
Long lifespan
Cons
Heavy shedder
Can be vocal
Prone to back problems
Strong herding instinct
Labrador Retriever Fun Fact
Labrador Retrievers have a special gene that makes them obsessed with food, contributing to their trainability!
Pembroke Welsh Corgi Fun Fact
Queen Elizabeth II was a lifelong Pembroke Welsh Corgi enthusiast, owning over 30 during her reign.
Heritage & Purpose
Labrador Retriever
Origin:
Developed in Newfoundland during the 1800s, these dogs worked alongside fishermen retrieving nets and fish, later refined in England as sporting and hunting companions.
Pembroke Welsh Corgi
Origin:
Welsh farmers developed these dogs in medieval Pembrokeshire for herding cattle and sheep. Their low stature helped them avoid kicks while nipping at livestock's heels.
Special Considerations
Labrador Retriever
Regular grooming needed during heavy shedding seasons. Exercise requirements must be met daily. Weight management crucial to prevent obesity-related health issues.
Pembroke Welsh Corgi
Regular brushing needed during heavy shedding seasons. Back health requires careful monitoring. Exercise should avoid high jumps or stairs to protect spine.
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